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Visiting
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For
2013 We will
open at Easter and Spring bank holidays. Then from
June we will be open on Sundays
from 11-00 till 4-00pm Here you can see a collection of mining and history
exhibits and watch a video about the mine. There will be guided trips into Day Level which is
next to the building. Self guide leaflets are available (50p) which will
help you to explore the rest of the site. On
Selected dates we will open a longer Roberts Level trip into the larger
workings where you can see areas that were worked by the miners. We have for sale some local history books and DVD
productions A full listing of mining and historical video
productions from IA Recordings Including some about Snailbeach are available by
clicking the link
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Underground
trips Important planning information The short
Day Level trip This is dry
but you will need to stoop in part of the tunnel. It is suitable for all ages. The longer
Roberts level trip For this trip you will need wellington boots. There is a 15 min. walk up to the mine and the
floors are uneven. This trip is not suitable for infirm persons &
no one under 5 Yrs is permitted. Your guide will explain details before the tour
starts. Tour booking
(including schools) We now have a professionally produced Education
Pack for schools and educational establishments. It
includes information to help prepare risk assessments for visits |
Please park at the village hall and walk up to the
buildings. “There is
limited disabled parking in front of the visitor centre” Access is mostly on un-made pathways which may be
muddy in places and suitable footwear is advised. On some parts of the site there are steps and steep paths
although there are alternative routes if required. Children are welcome but should be closely
supervised by a responsible adult at all times. Around the site there are description boards which
explain the processes. Guided tours for groups and schools are available
either weekends or during weekdays. These need to
be pre-booked |
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